Blake Rogers is a guitarist based out of Amarillo. He is best known as the guitarist for Smooth Taste but has recently made some waves as a solo artist with his debut release Find Friends. In this episode, we talk about his development as a musician, forming a band, and some of his plans for the future. I am excited to hear what Blake does in the future. He is one of many amazing musicians contributing to Amarillo’s ever growing music scene, Enjoy!
#058 Forest Sun (musician)
Forest Sun is a traveling troubadour based out of California. He stopped by for a quick podcast while in Amarillo. This was more conversation than interview, we got into some rabbit holes as we talked about creating, touring and the music business in a digital age. Check out Forest’s music and enjoy this conversation!
Featured music: Ryley Walker and Forest Sun
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#057 PPP Lance Vinson (Bubbapalooza Music Festival)
Lance Vinson is a member of the Amarillo Fire Department and organizer of Bubbapalooza Music festival, an event which raises money for the Brian Hunton Scholarship Fund. In this episode we talk about organizing and running a large music event as well as some of the insider operations of the first responder community. Lance is a long time friend, and this conversation was a lot of fun and be sure to check out Bubbapalooza June 22, 2019. Enjoy!
Featured music by N.W.A and Randall King
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#056 PPP- Jared Sanchez (Film Photographer)
Jared Sanchez is involved in several different aspects of Amarillo. He’s a cook at Six Car Brewery with a passion for film photography and skateboarding. In this episode, we talk about shooting portraits of political candidates, musicians, and athletes. And, as always, there are plenty of tangent ridden rabbit holes for your listening pleasure.
Featured music by: Ugly Chulo and Nxworries
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#055 PPP- Matt Villegas- Yellow City Comedy
Matt Villegas is an Amarillo Stand-up comedian and one of the organizers of Yellow City Comedy. In this episode we talk about getting up on stage, organizing communities, and some of the advantages of living in at a cross roads. Really enjoyed this interview.
Featured music by: Ryley Walker and Leon Bridges
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#054 PPP- Jonah Gray
When I first met Jonah Gray, he was a youngster crushing climbs at Amarillo’s climbing gym. Now, he is traveling the world and filling his noggin full of psychology knowledge. In this interview, we cover his early life working for the family business, we talk about rock climbing, and we touch a little on slow motion multi tasking.
Featured music by: Matt Costa and The Siege
Sponsors for this show are: Liberty Steam Cleaning and AMTX Builders
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#053 PPP- Ramble- Stumbling Forward
In this ramble, I throw out the concepts of stumbling forward, even when you feel like an idiot, and Pre-Loaded Algorithmic Philosophies. Strap in because it is a bumpy ride!
Featured Music: Frances and The Lights, Vamping, Ryley Walker
Sponsors: Liberty Steam Cleaning and AMTX Builders
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#52 PPP- Andrew Michael Akins- Musician
Andrew Michael Akins is a musician based out of Amarillo, Tx. Although his roots are in song writing and performing, he also has a passion for producing music. In this episode, we talk about his new album, the creative process, and some of the benefits and hurdles of being an artist in Amarillo.
Featured music by : GreenSky Bluegrass and A release off of Andrew’s new Album “Grown up”
This Episode was Sponsored by Liberty Steam Cleaning
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#51 PPP- Cole Holloway- Animator
Cole Holloway recently moved to LA to pursue his career in animation. In this episode, we talk about his intro onto the digital world, his move to LA from Amarillo, and a bit about Jordan B Peterson. Cole is an insightful dude, and I look forward to sitting down with him again.
Featured music: Muse and The killers
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#50 PPP- Ramble Season 2 Finale
50 episodes down, hopefully many more to come. In this ramble I cover how the podcast is doing, the complexities and simplistic nature of life, and I digress about the importance of understanding the difference of knowledge vs. the ability to learn.
Featured music: Ryley Walker, Ab-Soul, The Arcade Fire
#049 PPP- Hayden Pedigo- City Counsel Candidate
Hayden Pedigo is an ever-increasingly recognizable name because of his recent eccentric take on campaign videos which went viral and have garnered national attention. Since Hayden’s last appearance on the podcast, he has expanded his music career into creating film scores and has collaborated with Amarillo art legends. In this episode, we discuss his campaign, making music, and he drops a list of his top 5 rappers.
Featured music by: Glass Animals and John Maus
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#048 Jeff Wyrick- SHAKEHANDS TTC
SHAKEHHANDS Amarillo TTC (table tennis club) started with a few friends in a garage, but Jeff Wyrick saw its larger potential. He became the Ping-Pong Pusher of Amarillo. With help from “The Brain Trust,” SHAKEHANDS has become a monthly tournament attracting players from all over the panhandle. In this episode, we talk about Amarillo, Ping-pong/Table tennis, Social media, and Jeff drops his top 10 list of favorite rappers.
Featured music: Mick Jenkins and James Brown
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#047 PPP- Dillon Lemarr- Pro-Downhill Racer
Dillon Lemarr is a professional down hill racer based in Golden, Colorado, but is originally from Amarillo, Texas. In this episode, we talk about Dillon’s introduction to riding, his progression to being an elite athlete, and his following opportunities. This was a really fun conversation with one of the top athletes to come from the Texas Panhandle. Enjoy!
Featured music by Ryley Walker and Mathew Mole
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#046 PPP- Angelina Frances Medina, Photographer
Angelina Medina lives in Amarillo where she works as a photographer, web designer, and social media manager at Sad Monkey Media. Angelina also runs the vintage clothing company Tibble and Pim. This was a very fun conversation covering a wide subject range. I am really looking forward to having her on the show again.
Featured music by: Black Box Theatre and A Perfect Circle
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#045 PPP- Broderick Adams, Mount Ivy and Vamping
Broderick Adams is a local musician (Mount Ivy, Vamping) and sound engineer at Animal Kingdom recording. In this episode, we talked about song writing, sound engineering, and some of the benefits for a band living in Amarillo, TX. I had a great time in this episode and look forward to having Broderick on again.
Featured music by: MIck Jenkins and Lake Dads
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#044 PPP- Chuck Fisher, The Chalice Abbey
Chuck Fisher was a former area minister for the CCSW and now lives in Amarillo, TX. Chuck helped start The Chalice Abbey in 2012 and still helps operate it. Chuck has been on a spiritual journey for many years, and in this episode, he opens up about developing the contemplative mind and creating a space for community to grow.
Featured music by: Mount Ivy and The Rolling Stones
#043 PPP- Luke Stephenson, Ultra-runner
Luke Stephenson is an Amarillo native now living in Aspen, CO. This interview took place a day after he won the annual Palo Duro Canyon 50 mile trail run. We talked about what it takes to be a ultra runner, both mentally and physically, and how he balances being newly married, working full time, and training for ultras. I found Luke to be a very genuine person and full of knowledge.
Featured music by: Smooth Taste and Portugal the Man
#042 PPP- Brittany Busch
Today’s guest is Brittany Busch. She is a panhandle native and an art teacher in Perryton, Texas. I first came across Brittany in an Instagram live video. After a quick peek at her profile, I decided to commission her for my new cover art. In this conversation, we cover various topics ranging from teaching to pop culture.
Featured music from The Killers
#041 PPP- Ramble- On a windy afternoon
In this ramble, I start with updates about jiujitsu, underground ping-pong, and #helloamarillo. My two segments this episode are over landmark podcasts and productive conscious states.
Sponsor: Happy Hour. Visit their in-store location at 3801 Olsen blvd, or order online by visiting Happyhourtx.com
Featured tunes by Twenty One Pilots, TV on the Radio, and The Flaming Lips
#040 PPP- Savannah Gates
Today’s guest is Savannah Gates. This engineer turned farmer is reimagining what it means to be a modern person. From food and drink to wealth and health, Savannah is eager to leave her mark on Amarillo and quite possibly the world…
Featured music: Ryley Walker and a Tune from The Greatest Showmen
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